Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Dan Graham, ink, 1970
Untitled, by Dan Graham, ink, 1970

Untitled is an ink print by Dan Graham. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

This untitled lithograph, created by Dan Graham in 1970, is a characteristic example of the artist's early work, which often explored the intersection of different artistic mediums and formats.

Subject & Meaning

The print features a grid of 49 squares, some blank and others containing diagonal lines, with the phrases 'time extended' and 'distance extended' connected by a diagonal line at the top-left corner, suggesting a relationship between spatial and temporal concepts.

Technique & Style

Executed on a beige background, likely paper or cardboard, the work is marked by simplicity and minimalism, with a focus on geometric shapes and lines, aligning with the principles of conceptual art.

History & Provenance

The lithograph is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting its significance within Graham's oeuvre and the broader conceptual art movement of the time.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Dan Graham

Artist

Dan Graham

Daniel Graham (March 31, 1942 – February 19, 2022) was an American visual artist, writer, and curator in the writer-artist tradition.

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